Cory Itkin

Attorney

Attorney Cory Itkin

Attorney Cory Itkin is an aggressive trial attorney who has represented
clients in more than two dozen states in cases that range from offshore
injuries to truck accidents to plant explosions. Cory has been proud to
help his clients obtain the help they need in high-stakes personal injury
cases; he has even been involved in high-profile litigation, such as the
representation of workers injured in the BP Deepwater Horizon explosion.

Cory firmly believes that some of his best work has been when he is facing
the biggest challenges. This commitment to the success of his clients
has led to him winning jury verdicts worth more than $1 million on 5 separate
occasions where the defendant made no settlement offer; he has also recovered
several seven and eight figure settlement on the night before trial. Although
he is located in Houston, Cory has not limited his practice to Texas.
In fact, he has been able to achieve numerous settlements and verdicts
worth more than $1 million throughout the country. During his legal career,
he has been involved in 50+ cases where the verdict or settlement was
worth more than $1 million.

Attorney Cory Itkin was proud to attend the University of Texas to receive
his undergraduate degree. During his time spent at UT Austin, he remained
involved in the school, serving as a representative on the Student Government
and as an officer in the Silver Spurs—a student-run organization
dedicated to caring for Bevo, the school's longhorn mascot. When he
graduated, he enrolled in the University of Houston Law Center. There,
he graduated cum laude with several distinctions underneath his belt,
such as the Order of the Barons.

Cory has achieved several honors on behalf of his excellent work in the
legal field. For example, he has been recognized by Best Lawyers in America®
for Admiralty and Maritime Law, by the American Trial Lawyers Association
as one of the "Top 100 Trial Lawyers" in Texas, and he has also
been selected for inclusion in the
Super Lawyers® Rising Stars℠ Edition for 2010 to 2017.

Lawsuit Filed for Louisiana Seaman with Injured Back

Case Filed for Louisiana Seaman Injured by Bad Rigging

Cory Itkin's
Case Results

Attorney Jason Itkin and the team of lawyers from Arnold & Itkin won
an impressive $76.6 million jury verdict on behalf of a boy who suffered
gynecomastia, or irregular female breast growth. The verdict came against
Johnson & Johnson and Janssen Pharmaceutical for their drug, Risperdal.
The team was also assisted by Cory Itkin and Santana McMurrey from the
firm. Both Jason and Kyle provided representation for the boy’s
family, bringing a lawsuit against J&J for failing to provide a proper
warning that their antipsychotic medicine, Risperdal, could lead to the
development of female breasts. This verdict will help ensure that J&J
is held accountable for causing such devastating disfigurement to Arnold
& Itkin’s client.

J&J and Janssen Pharmaceuticals tried to argue that because their drug
was the only drug that worked for the boy, he continued to stay on the
drug—even though he was informed of the potential risks. They also
tried to argue that Risperdal does not even cause gynecomastia, despite
significant evidence that shows otherwise. Our team discovered pivotal
evidence through careful cross-examination that was known in the case
as “Tab 4.” It became crucial to our case and had never become
public until the trial. This included scientific data that showed a clear
link between Risperdal and the condition known as gynecomastia. Even though
they had this information, J&J knowingly kept this evidence secret,
hiding it from the FDA and burying it from scientific studies.

The Philadelphia jury found that Johnson & Johnson was guilty of falsifying,
concealing, and/or destroying evidence. After just 11 days of trial, they
unanimously agreed that J&J failed to warn of the side effects of
Risperdal, thus causing our client to develop gynecomastia. They awarded
our client $76.6 million—the largest single verdict in such a case.

Attorney's fees and expenses totaled $0.00.

$72 Million Recovery Obtained for Injured Oilfield Worker

Attorneys Jason Itkin, Cory Itkin, and Kurt Arnold were able to win a massive
$72 million victory for our client after less than 2 years of preparation
and investigation. Our client, a former oilfield worker, lost his arm
and suffered other life-changing injuries in an accident caused by negligence.
The companies responsible chose to settle with our client a week before
trial was set to begin—giving him the financial security and access
to medical care he needs. The settlement is potentially a record-setting
size, which has compelled the companies involved to change their policies
and ensure this never happens to another worker.

Attorney's fees and expenses totaled $29,340,369.87.

$29,000,000 Recovered After Offshore Death

Attorney Kurt Arnold, Jason Itkin, and Cory Itkin of our firm helped to
represent a family after they lost a loved one in a fatal offshore accident.
The $29M settlement set records as the largest in a case of this type.

Attorney's fees and expenses totaled $0.00.

$12 Million Settlement Achieved for Crushed Truck Driver

Attorney Cory Itkin aggressively pursued justice for our client, who was
left severely and permanently injured as a result of an accident on the
job. Our client was a truck driver and was unloading his cargo when he
suffered a stroke. As a result, the cargo he was unloading fell on him,
injuring him further. The defendants attempted to blame his injuries on
being overweight or on unloading the cargo improperly, but Cory quickly
rebutted their arguments. Our thorough trial preparation pressured them
into settling with our client for $12 million—a massive sum that
will go toward the constant care he now requires for basic daily tasks.

Attorney's fees and expenses totaled $5,102,160.96.

$12M Won in Care for Injured Plant Worker

Arnold & Itkin attorneys have recently helped a plant worker who had
suffered a serious injury while working at a refinery. Attorneys Jason
Itkin, Kurt Arnold, and Cory Itkin helped to represent the worker who
had been burned after the failure of a safety valve. Through their efforts,
they were able to settle the case for $12 million just two weeks before
trial. The worker is now able to receive all necessary medical attention.

Attorney's fees and expenses totaled $4,314,677.50.

Injured Maritime Worker Gets $11.5 Million Settlement

Attorneys Kurt Arnold, Jason Itkin and Cory Itkin successfully obtained a settlement of $11.5 on behalf of their client, an injured offshore worker. The man was injured in an offshore accident while performing his job duties. The injuries he sustained were both psychological and physical in nature.

Attorney's fees and expenses totaled $3,795,000.00.

Arnold & Itkin Secure $8.9 Million for Injured Seaman

In an investigation into a recent incident at an offshore drilling vessel,
the aforementioned attorneys from the Houston-based personal injury firm
Arnold & Itkin were able to identify faults in several of their client’s
coworkers. Upon proving these faults, the firm was able to secure $8,900,000
for damages that caused extensive treatment and multiple visits to medical
specialists. With the help of the firm, Arnold & Itkin’s client
is now able to focus on recovery with financial comfort for life.

Attorney's fees and expenses totaled $3,719,131.86.

$8 Million Won for Injured Seaman

Arnold & Itkin attorneys Kurt Arnold, Jason Itkin and Cory Itkin took on the case of an injured steward. The Seaman sought the help of the firm after he sustained a serious back injury while performing his job duties. He had to undergo back surgery and could no longer work in the offshore field. Originally, this man sought legal help elsewhere, and he was told he may only be able to recover a few hundred thousand dollars. After speaking with Arnold & Itkin, they took on his case and obtained a substantial $8,000,000 on his behalf before the case even went to trial. The case was filed in Houston, Texas.

Attorney's fees and expenses totaled $3,296,403.15.

$7.1 Million Settlement Won for Injured Maritime Worker

A maritime worker was injured while performing his job duties and sustained herniated discs as well as a concussion and related complications. He sought the help of Arnold & Itkin attorneys Kurt Arnold, Jason Itkin and Cory Itkin who successfully showed the serious impact the injury had on the worker’s life and job, earning a $7.1 million settlement on his behalf.

Attorney's fees and expenses totaled $2,439,943.68.

$7 Million Achieved for Burn Victims

Arnold & Itkin’s legal team fought hard to obtain justice on
behalf of four clients who had been severely injured in an oil refinery
explosion. Our clients had been thrown into a nearby handrail and then
covered in hot steam and coking material. As a result, and despite the
protective gear they had been wearing at the time of the incident, they
suffered burns to their faces, heads, backs, legs, and arms. We took on
the case and were successful in holding the involved companies accountable.
We recovered $7 million on their behalf.

Attorney's fees and expenses totaled $3,629,126.77.

$6.9 Million Settlement Obtained for Family of Perished Offshore Worker

Attorneys Kurt Arnold, Jason Itkin, Cory Itkin, and Ben Bireley settled
a case for a record sum on behalf of a grieving family. Our clients lost
their loved one in an offshore incident due to negligence, but the defendant
offered them a shockingly low sum as compensation. They then pressured
the family into accepting the settlement offer through the use of arcane
legal maneuvers and 100-year-old, outdated laws. By persevering through
their shallow tactics, our team was able to secure $6.9 million for the
family’s future security and stability—many times more than
the defendant’s original offer. Arnold & Itkin is proud of this
result, and even prouder that our client received the compensation their
situation demanded.

Attorney's fees and expenses totaled $2,978,833.87.

$6.6 Million Settlement Achieved for Grieving Widow & Family of Offshore Accident Victim

Our firm was proud to secure a multimillion-dollar settlement for the family
of a deceased offshore worker. Attorneys Kurt Arnold, Jason Itkin, Cory
Itkin, and Ben Bireley represented the widow of an vessel worker who died
due to alleged negligence. Our client wanted an attorney who would be
able to do justice on behalf of her late husband, and her extensive search
led to Arnold & Itkin. Shortly after receiving the call, Kurt Arnold
flew out to speak with the family personally. After meeting, we immediately
filed the case to put the pressure back on the defendant. Despite multiple
legal obstacles, our team eventually negotiated a $6.6 million settlement—a
sizable award that will help our client gain closure, grieve in peace,
and secure a financially stable future.

Attorney's fees and expenses totaled $2,877,269.75.

$6.25 Million Obtained for Family of Man Killed While Working Offshore

Attorneys Cory Itkin and Jason Itkin negotiated a settlement of $6.25 million
on behalf of a Mississippi family who lost a loved one in an offshore
accident. The decedent had been a barge engineer who had suffered a heart
attack while working off the Africa coast. It had taken several hours
to get him to a cardiologist so that he could receive the necessary medical
attention. Our firm filed a Jones Act lawsuit against the decedent’s
employers. The defendant argued that they were not responsible for caring
for the man’s heart attack and pointed out the difficulties in obtaining
specialized medical treatment in remote locations. We were able to overcome
those arguments and reach a settlement of $6.25 million that will help
to ensure that the family will be taken care of. The case was pending
in Harris County, Texas.

Attorney's fees and expenses totaled $2,582,566.13.

$6.1 Million Settlement Secured for Widow of Deceased Offshore Worker

Attorneys at Arnold & Itkin secured a settlement of $6.1 million for
a woman who lost her husband in an incident offshore. Before she called
us, she was being relentlessly hit with call after call from the defendants,
government officials, and other people looking out for their own interests.
The defendant attempted to pressure her into settling for an extremely
small amount, despite the circumstances of her husband’s death.
When she contacted our firm, Kurt Arnold immediately flew out to speak
with her personally. By fighting back against the defendant and relentlessly
pursuing justice on our client’s behalf, we secured a settlement
that is 12 times larger than the original settlement offer.

Attorney's fees and expenses totaled $2,240,209.48.

Injured Maritime Worker Gets a $5.8 Million Settlement

Attorneys Kurt Arnold, Jason Itkin and Cory Itkin were able to successfully represent their client, an offshore worker injured while performing his job duties, and obtain a settlement on his behalf of $5.8 million. They were able to prove that his injuries, post-traumatic stress as well as disc and head injuries, severely impacted his living quality.

Attorney's fees and expenses totaled $2,027,512.68.

$5.6 Million Settlement in Maritime Case

The attorneys from Arnold & Itkin are proud to have achieved a $5.6
million settlement in a case involving a serious crane accident that left
one offshore worker dead. Attorneys Cory Itkin and Kurt Arnold helped
to represent the mother who had lost her son in the accident. During the
case, the defendants made the argument that they were not responsible
and attempted to push the blame onto other parties; they also attempted
to argue that because the deceased worker did not have a spouse or any
children, the total amount of damages for the mother should be diminished.
Attorney Cory Itkin took 20 depositions in the case and fought hard in
state, federal, and appellate courts to ensure that fair compensation
was recovered.

Attorney's fees and expenses totaled $2,520,714.99.

Young Offshore Worker Receives $5.5 Million for Injuries

A young client was injured while performing her job duties at her offshore work environment. She suffered from depression as well as post-traumatic stress disorder. She sought the help of Arnold & Itkin attorneys to help her with her claim. They were able to obtain a $5.5 million settlement on her behalf.

Attorney's fees and expenses totaled $2,380,909.44.

Concussed Rig Worker Gets $5.5 Settlement

A severe offshore accident caused an offshore worker to sustain serious head and back injuries. He was left with long-term pain and concussion side-effects. Attorneys Kurt Arnold, Jason Itkin and Cory Itkin successfully represented him and obtain a $5.5 million settlement on his behalf.

Attorney's fees and expenses totaled $2,316,501.11.

$5.5 Million Settlement Obtained for 4 Injured Workers

When four workers were injured on an industrial site, they needed attorneys
who would secure their rights effectively—which is why they turned
to Arnold & Itkin. Attorneys Jason Itkin, Noah Wexler, and Cory Itkin
fought to secure a trial against our clients’ defendant, who is
one of the largest companies in the nation. The defendant was fighting
to get the trial dismissed entirely, but our firm creatively framed the
case’s liability theory and convinced the judge to continue the
trial. As a result, the defendant agreed to settle with our clients for
$5.5 million during the jury selection process. We are proud of this result
and are glad that our clients will be taken care of for the rest of their lives.

Attorney's fees and expenses totaled $2,208,195.22.

PTSD Victim Gets $5.4 Million in Settlement

Arnold & Itkin attorneys Kurt Arnold, Jason Itkin and Cory Itkin successfully represented a maritime worker who sustained serious injuries while performing his job duties. He dealt with psychological trauma after the accident, and Arnold & Itkin was able to see that he obtained a settlement of $5.4 million.

Attorney's fees and expenses totaled $2,246,786.28.

Offshore Accident Victim Gets $5.2 Million

An injured offshore worker sought the help of attorneys at Arnold & Itkin LLP to file a claim after he was involved in an offshore work accident. The plaintiff suffered a herniated disc as well as a concussion and sought compensation. Arnold & Itkin attorneys were able to successfully fight to obtain a $5.2 million settlement to ensure the client’s future quality of life.

Attorney's fees and expenses totaled $2,159,497.48.

Offshore Accident Victim Gets $4.8 Million Settlement

Arnold & Itkin LLP secured a $4.8 million settlement on behalf of their offshore accident victim client. The plaintiff suffered a herniated disc injury as well as a concussion and because of the successful representation of Arnold & Itkin attorneys, his medical costs and future quality of living is now taken care of.

Attorney's fees and expenses totaled $1,994,134.21.

Woman Injured in Offshore Accident Gets $4.6 Million in Settlement

A woman was injured while performing her job duties in her offshore work environment. She suffered from bulging discs and a concussion after the accident and sought the help of Arnold & Itkin LLP. They were able to fight to see that she got the justice she deserved, and obtained a $4.6 million settlement on her behalf.

Attorney's fees and expenses totaled $1,929,890.87.

Victim of Offshore Accident Gets $4.5 Million

The victim of an offshore accident sought the help of attorneys at Arnold & Itkin after he sustained a herniated disc and ankle injuries. Because of the aggressive representation of Arnold & Itkin attorneys, he was able to be restored $4.5 million so that he and his family’s future needs will be met.

Attorney's fees and expenses totaled $1,589,040.03.

Rig Man Gets $4.1 Million after Injury

An offshore worker was injured while performing his job duties on a rig. The injuries he sustained were so severe that he was prevented from working again. Arnold & Itkin was able to take on his case to secure a $4.1 million settlement on his behalf for the provision of his family since he can no longer work to provide for them.

Attorney's fees and expenses totaled $1,440,895.57.

$4 Million Won for Injured Maritime Worker

A $4 million settlement was awarded to an injured maritime worker. His injuries were severe, sustaining a herniated disc as well as neck, knee and ankle injuries. Because of the aggressive advocacy of maritime attorneys Kurt Arnold, Jason Itkin and Cory Itkin the client was able to obtain the compensation he deserved to take care of his injuries and future needs.

Attorney's fees and expenses totaled $1,690,440.01.

Offshore Worker Compensated $3.8 Million

A $3.8 million settlement was awarded to a worker who was injured in an offshore accident. He was extremely traumatized after his injuries and suffered from post-traumatic stress disorder. His physical injury was a concussion, which prevented him from returning to work. Attorneys Kurt Arnold, Jason Itkin and Cory Itkin were able to advocate on his behalf to see that he got a settlement that would provide for his future needs.

Attorney's fees and expenses totaled $1,622,928.80.

Severely Injured Offshore Worker Gets $3.8 Million in Settlement

Maritime attorneys from Arnold & Itkin were able to aggressively fight to see that their client, an injured offshore worker, got the compensation he deserved. While performing his job duties, their client suffered throat injuries and post-traumatic stress disorder. The $3.8 million settlement will go toward supporting him in his recovery and in the future.

Attorney's fees and expenses totaled $1,588,456.34.

Worker Receives $3 Million for Injuries

Arnold & Itkin LLP took on the case of a non-seaman worker who was working on a semi-submersible MOPU 8 (Mobile Offshore Production Unit). He was injured in an attempt to move him to the MOPU via a basket when the basket slammed into the side of the MOPU because the crane operator lost control of the unit. Initially, the defendant was only willing to pay $200,000 but Kurt Arnold fought to see that his client received what he deserved. He received a $3 million settlement.

Attorney's fees and expenses totaled $1,448,403.42.

$3.7 Million Obtained for Man Injured in Offshore Platform Fire

Attorney Cory Itkin represented a foreign worker injured when a fire broke
out on the offshore platform that he was aboard. The fire broke out on
the platform, located in the Gulf of Mexico, when one of our client’s
coworkers began to weld without a hot work permit. The defendant argued
that the fire was solely the fault of that coworker, who our client was
not permitted to sue. There was additional complexity to the case as our
client did not speak English very well. Despite these obstacles, Cory
was able to reach a settlement after a week of trial for $3.7 million
that will ensure our client, and his family, will receive the care that
they need. The case was pending in the Eastern District of Louisiana.

Attorney's fees and expenses totaled $1,740,031.34.

Offshore Accident Victim Compensated $3.2 Million

A $3.2 million settlement was won on behalf of an offshore worker who was seriously injured while on the job. His injuries included a concussion, herniated disc, as well as post-traumatic stress disorder. After seeking the help of maritime attorneys at Arnold & Itkin, the man was able to receive the justice that he deserved after the accident.

Attorney's fees and expenses totaled $1,303,666.80.

Injured Oil Worker Compensated $3.2 Million

Maritime attorneys at Arnold & Itkin LLP took on the case of a man who was injured while performing his job duties at an offshore worksite. He suffered from a concussion as well as post-traumatic stress disorder and was seeking legal help and compensation. The team at Arnold & Itkin was able to ensure that their client received a $3.2 million settlement.

Attorney's fees and expenses totaled $1,420,231.05.

Injured Offshore Worker Gets $3.1 Million

Arnold & Itkin maritime attorneys took on the case of a client who was injured while performing his job duties at an offshore worksite. The man suffered a herniated disc and post-traumatic stress disorder and was seeking compensation for his injuries. The aggressive and tenacious legal representation of their attorneys made it possible to provide their client with $3.1 million.

Attorney's fees and expenses totaled $1,120,701.44.

Offshore Accident Victim Gets $3 Million Settlement

The maritime attorneys at Arnold & Itkin LLP took on the case of an offshore worker who was injured in an accident. He sustained a head injury and bulging disc injury and was seeking compensation. The aggressive and tenacious legal assistance of the Arnold & Itkin team ensured that this client got a $3 million settlement.

Attorney's fees and expenses totaled $1,036,588.02.

Offshore Accident Victim Awarded $2.9 Million

Arnold & Itkin attorneys took on the case of a worker who was injured performing his job duties at an offshore work site. Because of their aggressive legal representation and tenacity, the injured man was able to receive a $2.9 million settlement. The attorneys were successful in proving that because of the accident, the worker suffered from post-traumatic stress disorder.

Attorney's fees and expenses totaled $1,246,002.75.

Injured Offshore Worker Compensated $2.9 Million

Maritime injury attorneys Kurt Arnold, Jason Itkin and Cory Itkin from Arnold & Itkin LLP took on the case of a worker who was injured in a maritime accident while performing his job duties. The attorneys were able to prove that the offshore worker was deserving of compensation, thereby securing for him a $2.9 million settlement.

Attorney's fees and expenses totaled $1,213,472.17.

$2.8 Million Awarded to Worker with Broken Ankle

The attorneys at Arnold & Itkin recently represented an injured rigger
in a personal injury suit. The worker was performing part of a routine
crane operation when the accident occurred. A large load landed on his
foot and subsequently broke his ankle. The rigger's employer and company
denied all responsibility, blaming our client for causing the accident.
Attorneys Jason Itkin, Kurt Arnold, Cory Itkin, and Caj Boatright fought
on behalf of our client, successfully convincing the court that our client
was not at fault. Our skilled legal team was able to win him $2.8 million
for his injuries and pain and suffering.

Attorney's fees and expenses totaled $1,221,694.28.

Offshore Contractor Obtains $2.79 Million in Jury Verdict

Arnold & Itkin attorneys Cory Itkin and Jason Itkin are proud to announce that they recently obtained a large settlement on behalf of their injured offshore client. The man is a Louisiana resident who was injured while working on a drilling barge in Barataria Bay. The incident occurred when specialized tools were being delivered from a separate barge onto the worker's barge. While attempting to transfer the supplies, the worker fell off the ladder and sustained serious back injuries. His injuries were so severe that back surgery was needed. Axxis Drilling, the company who set up the ladder, claimed they had no fault in the injury, but Arnold & Itkin was able to fight to prove that the client's injuries were the direct result of negligence. Judge Barbara Roberts presided over this case in which the plaintiff received $2,795,620.

Attorney's fees and expenses totaled $1,251,625.55.

Injured Offshore Worker Gets $2.3 Million

Arnold & Itkin LLP took on the case of a worker who was injured while performing his job duties at an offshore worksite. Because of their aggressive representation and high-quality of legal expertise, they were able to obtain a successful outcome of a $2.3 million settlement on behalf of their injured client.

Attorney's fees and expenses totaled $993,982.55.

Man Injured Off the Coast Receives $2 Million

Arnold & Itkin LLP represented a client who suffered a serious neck injury off the coast of Galveston, Texas. The firm was able to secure a $2 million settlement. The plaintiff sustained this injury when his captain crashed the vessel into an unlit caisson. The plaintiff was unable to return to his line of work, and the injury required surgical intervention.

Attorney's fees and expenses totaled $943,091.26.

$1.975 Million Recovered for Truck Accident Victims in Settlement

When our clients needed attorneys to fight on their behalf against a large
trucking company, they knew they could depend on our skilled litigation
team. Attorneys Jason Itkin, Cory Itkin, Noah Wexler, and Kelly Woods
negotiated a $1.975M settlement on behalf of our clients who were injured
in a trucking accident in Houston. An 18-wheeler attempted a lane change
and struck our clients’ vehicle in the process. While the trucking
company attempted to shift the blame onto our clients by claiming the
incident a result of their driving, Arnold & Itkin successfully negotiated
a sizable settlement that will provide for our clients’ financial
and medical needs, including back surgery.

Attorney's fees and expenses totaled $841,954.44.

Arnold & Itkin Secure $1.95 Million Settlement for Offshore Worker

Offshore injuries are serious, and can lead to long-lasting medical conditions. Recently, an offshore worker in Louisiana was harmed while on-the-job, and returned to the mainland to receive medical treatment. While he was not physically injured, he was diagnosed with Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder, which he developed in connection with the accident. After his diagnosis, the worker realized that he could not assume his responsibilities as an offshore worker once again. Because of this, he needed compensation to cover the costs of his daily needs and medical bills while he worked to find a new job. Cory Itkin, Kurt Arnold, and Jason Itkin were able to help furnish this need by litigating on the man's behalf and securing a $1.95 million settlement.

Attorney's fees and expenses totaled $814,575.12.

$1.9 Million Recovered in Chemical Plant Accident Case

After being struck by a piece of equipment during a turn-around operation
at a chemical plant, the injured worker turned toward our industrial injury
lawyers for help. Attorneys Caj Boatright, Cory Itkin, and Noah Wexler
took on the case and combatted the plant's allegations that our client
was to blame for the accident. We pushed aggressively to take the case
to trial and were able to prove that the equipment should have been removed
years prior to the incident. The plant agreed to settle for $1,900,000
rather than face trial.

Attorney's fees and expenses totaled $818,670.83.

$1.75 Million Verdict Won for Young Man in Risperdal Case

Jason Itkin and Cory Itkin helped hold Johnson & Johnson and their
pharmaceutical subsidiary, Janssen, accountable for putting profits over
patients. They won a pivotal $1.75 million verdict in their pharmaceutical
case involving Risperdal. While the drug was sold to treat autism in children,
bipolar disorder, and schizophrenia in adults, it actually only had approval
for use by adults—not children. As such, our attorneys took fast
action when our client came to us showing how the drug had adversely affected
his life. Arnold & Itkin acted as trial counsel just one week before
the trial took place, effectively demonstrating that the drug had a serious
and harmful side-effect, gynecomastia—something the company failed
to properly warn of. While J&J tried to deny that our client even
had gynecomastia and suffered this as a result of taking Risperdal for
several years as a boy, Jason and Cory prevailed in proving our client’s
case, demonstrating J&J’s actions warranted just compensation.

Attorney's fees and expenses totaled $0.00.

Injured Offshore Worker Gets $1.7 Million

Maritime lawyers with Arnold & Itkin LLP proudly took on the case of a maritime worker who was injured while performing his job duties. The man suffered from post-traumatic stress disorder as a result of these injuries and sought the legal help of Arnold & Itkin lawyers. They were able to obtain a $1.7 million settlement on his behalf.

Arnold & Itkin LLP secured a $1.72 million jury verdict on behalf of
a client who was seriously injured in a crane accident at the BP refinery
in Texas City, Texas. Attorney Cory Itkin represented Ernesto Tamez, who
was injured in the accident on January 18, 2005.

A negligent Maxim Crane Works crane operator swung a heavy oil burner into
Mr. Tamez, causing serious injuries to his neck, back and shoulder when
he was pinned between the burner and a nearby handrail. Maxim Crane Works
initially made no settlement offer prior to the trial, arguing that the
accident was Mr. Tamez's fault. The company claimed that 60-year-old
Tamez could have sustained some of the injuries as a result of "wear
and tear". An issue that added complexity to the case was that Mr.
Tamez and his wife do not speak English and therefore had to testify with
the help of a translator.

The jury ruled in favor of Mr. Tamez after the week-long trial. They found
that Maxim Crane Works was 100% at fault for the accident and awarded
Mr. Tamez and his wife $1.72 million. Through the four years that this
case lasted, Arnold & Itkin LLP stood by Mr. Tamez and helped him
get the medical attention and financial compensation he needed. The case
was pending in Galveston County, Texas. The Honorable Judge David E. Garner presided.

Attorney's fees and expenses totaled $736,778.00.

$1.7M Jury Verdict Won for Victim of Helicopter Crash

Arnold & Itkin Attorneys Cory Itkin and Caj Boatright represented a victim of a serious helicopter accident. Their client was an offshore fire and safety inspector who was being transported to an offshore platform at the time of the incident. The PHI helicopter experienced a tail rotor failure—causing the pilot to land in the Gulf of Mexico. The helicopter then flipped over in the water after it landed as the flotation devices had not been properly installed. Our client subsequently suffered from PTSD, as well as a severe back injury that eventually required surgery.

PHI argued they had done nothing wrong and that the entire incident could be blamed on the manufacturers of the tail rotor. They went on to claim that our client had not even been injured in the accident; they argued that the two other people who were involved in the crash were not injured and that our client had previously suffered from back problems and depression. PHI claimed that our client had been on pain medication for his back for years and that MRIs from a year prior to the accident were identical to those taken after the fact.

Despite the fact that PHI argued our client was faking his injuries, we stood by our client to successfully beat back the charges. We showed to the jury that our client was entitled to fair monetary compensation for the trauma that he had been put through. Not only were we able to obtain a $1.7M judgment in a jury trial, but we were also able to obtain a settlement with another party before the trial. The jury found that PHI was 100% to blame for the accident and they were therefore not entitled to receive any settlement credit.

Attorney's fees and expenses totaled $0.00.

$1.6 Million Recovered for Injured Offshore Employee

An offshore platform worker was injured after falling off a wireline on a scaffolding while trying to close a valve. However, the valve failed and released immense pressure. This caused him to fall over backward, injuring his neck to the point of needing surgery. Despite the efforts of the defendants to say that the worker was not to continue working on the broken valve, Maritime Attorney Cory Itkin was able to prove that the injury was preventable and the defendants were in fact responsible for his pain and suffering. They were able to reach a settlement of $1,650,000 on behalf of the injured offshore worker, allowing him now the opportunity to move on with his life. The case was pending in the Southern District of Texas with the Honorable Nancy Atlas presiding over it.

Attorney's fees and expenses totaled $728,111.75.

$1.65M Settlement for Kidnapped Seamen

Attorneys Cory Itkin, Kurt Arnold, and Jason Itkin worked to represent foreign seamen who were kidnapped and held hostage off the coast of Africa by a group of pirates. We sued our clients' employer stating that part of the reason for the kidnapping was a lack of proper security. Their employer attempted to get the case transferred to another country; they also claimed they were not responsible and that the pirates were wholly to blame. We beat back these allegations and were able to obtain a settlement of $1.65 million.

Attorney Cory Itkin represented client Michael LaFleur who had suffered a torn meniscus after being bumped from a commercial rig. The injury resulted in the client needed to have arthroscopic knee surgery. The commercial rig was owned by Conglobal Industries, Inc. who argued that the injury was not as severe as it was being made out to be and that it was, in fact, the plaintiff's fault for jumping in front of the big rig. The legal team from Arnold & Itkin, LLP worked together to show fault on behalf of the truck driver and were able to recover a $1,557,500 jury verdict despite the fact that before the case, there had only been a pre-trial offer of a $5000 settlement. The case was pending in Harris County, Texas before the Honorable Larry Weiman.

Attorney's fees and expenses totaled $464,709.80.

Low Speed Collision Victim Recovers $1.55 Million

On May of 2008, Gilberto Villegas was worked at the APM Terminals' marine terminal in Houston, Texas as a ship repairman when a pickup truck that he was standing on collided with a yard mule. This caused back injuries that resulted in the need for surgery. It was argued by the defendant that the driver of the yard mule was not at fault since the truck was in the middle of the intersection and that due to the low speed, it was a minor collision. They also argued that the plaintiff had injuries prior to the incident. They only offered to settle for $35,000. Attorneys Jason Itkin and Cory Itkin took on the case and were able to recover a $1.55 million jury verdict. The case was pending in Harris County, TX with the Honorable Jaclanal McFarland.

Attorney's fees and expenses totaled $582,749.75.

$1.5 Million Settlement Won for Man Injured on Drill Ship

Arnold & Itkin, LLP Attorneys Kurt Arnold & Cory Itkin represented an offshore worker who was working off the Brazilian coast on a drill ship. While working, the plaintiff suffered broken bones in his non-dominant hand which required 4 surgeries to fix completely. It was the argument of his employer that the employee was at fault for placing his hand in a pinch point and that there should be no recovery because the employer had paid the full wages and medical bills of the injured employee until the doctor released him back to work. Arnold & Itkin, LLP took on the case and was able to secure a $1.5 million settlement which will ensure that the injured is given the help that he deserves as he moves into the next stage of his life. The case was pending in Fort Bend County, Texas.

Attorney's fees and expenses totaled $741,838.78.

$1.5 Million Obtained for Injured Longshoreman

Attorneys Cory Itkin, Jason Itkin, and Kelly Woods helped represent a longshoreman
who sustained a severe back injury in a line handling incident; the injury
was severe enough to require multiple back surgeries as treatment. In
the incident, our client has been carrying a mooring line to tie up a
barge alongside a dock when the slack in the line suddenly became taut,
jerking him backward. The defendant argued that the line only became tight
because another worker let it fall into the water; that our client was
only injured because he had improperly tied the line around his shoulder;
and that our client had pre-existing injuries. The vessel owner’s
doctor even argued that our client had been faking the injury. Despite
these allegations, we were successful in recovering a $1.5 million settlement
on behalf of our client. The case was pending in the Eastern District
of Texas. The Honorable Marcia Crone was presiding.

Attorney's fees and expenses totaled $646,494.87.

$1,500,000 Verdict Obtained for Family in Wrongful Death Case

Arnold & Itkin filed a lawsuit on behalf of a family who had lost
a loved one when he collapsed from a cardiac arrhythmia at the UPS warehouse
where he was working that summer. The warehouse was not air conditioned.
UPS argued that its warehouses rarely are. They further argued that the
young man had needed his pacemaker since infancy and was well aware of
the working conditions, having worked at that warehouse for the last six
years. UPS had previously offered the family a $150,000 settlement before
the case went to trial in Harris County, Texas. It takes a unanimous verdict
to find a defendant guilty of gross negligence, which goes beyond ordinary
negligence. Attorneys Cory Itkin and Ryan MacLeod secured this unanimous
verdict to hold UPS accountable for its dangerous working conditions and
to recover $1.5 million in compensation for the family.

Attorney's fees and expenses totaled $0.00.

$1.5 Million Recovered for Family Members after a Seaman Fell to His Death

A family recently came to us after their loved one fell to his death while working on a bridge construction project. The man was a 21 year old Jones Act seaman who died as a result of an overloaded crane which collapsed. While the defendants tried to hinder our clients' lawsuit by claiming that the family could not recover nonpecuniary damages and by claiming that the decedent's Mexican nationality would make recovery difficult, we were able to successfully obtain a $1.5 million settlement for the family to help them move forward emotionally after the accident.

Attorney's fees and expenses totaled $609,074.13.

Jones Act Seaman Acquires $1.45 Million Settlement

Arnold & Itkin LLP recovered a settlement of $1.45 million for an injured seaman who fell out of the ship's trash dumpster. The dumpster had been suspended in the air when the client fell, breaking his hip and wrist. He also developed Chronic Regional Pain Syndrome and was unable to return to work.

The defendant, a shipping company, originally argued that Arnold & Itkin LLP's client had already recovered from his injuries but had not returned to work because he was battling alcoholism. Attorneys Jason Itkin, Kurt Arnold and Cory Itkin were able to settle the case days before the trial was set to begin, proving that this argument was wrong. Arnold & Itkin LLP helped the injured seaman seek the medical treatment he needed as well as recover the financial compensation he deserved.

The case was pending in federal court in Baltimore, Maryland.

Attorney's fees and expenses totaled $640,864.23.

$1.375 Million Recovered on Behalf of Injured Seaman

While our client was releasing two barges on the Mississippi river, his
foot got caught between two wires. He tried to radio his employer for
help, but the employer had left the assigned post. Our client then tried
to warn the pilot to not move the barges, but the barges moved anyway.
Entrapped in the wires, our client’s left foot was amputated. He
needed many surgeries and could no longer return to work. The attorneys
at Arnold & Itkin fought hard to ensure that our client’s employer
was held responsible for this highly preventable accident, ensuring that
our client recovered the financial settlement needed to compensate him
for immediate and long-term medical recovery and income losses. We are
proud to report that our legal team secured $1.375 million for our client.

Attorney's fees and expenses totaled $714,526.75.

Injured Maritime Worker Gets $1.3 Million

After an offshore worker was injured while performing his job duties, he sought the legal representation of attorneys at Arnold & Itkin. Lawyers Kurt Arnold and Cory Itkin were able to fight on his behalf to see that the injured worker was given a $1.3 million settlement.

Attorney's fees and expenses totaled $764,124.36.

$1.25 Million Settlement Negotiated in Freeway Accident

Attorneys Jason Itkin, Cory Itkin, Noah Wexler, and Kelly Woods recently
resolved a case for $1,250,000 involving a young man whose vehicle was
violently struck by a piece of freeway construction equipment while driving
to work on the feeder to the Sam Houston Tollway. The young man sustained
serious injuries to his legs, arm, back, and head, requiring emergency
surgery and significant subsequent medical treatment. The defendants contested
liability and the extent and nature of the young man’s serious injuries.
The case was pending in Harris County District Court. Arnold Itkin was
able to counter the defendants’ points and successfully negotiate
a settlement for this young man prior to trial. Our entire team was proud
to advocate on his behalf and firmly stands up for individuals like this
young man who have sustained severe injuries due to the negligence of
other individuals.

Attorney's fees and expenses totaled $594,508.54.

$1.2 Million Won for Hurt Offshore Rigger

Arnold & Itkin attorney, Cory Itkin, recently recovered $1.2 million
on behalf of an offshore rigger who hurt his back after falling from a
platform located four feet from the boat he was aboard. The doctor recommended
that our client undergo surgery to treat his injury. The defendants claimed
that they did nothing wrong and argued that our client had previous injuries
and a history of using prescription pain pills. Finally, they argued that
our client's injuries were not as serious as we claimed and that our
client was not even eligible for back surgery. Cory disproved these allegations
and negotiated a financial settlement that will help our client move forward
into a secure future. The case was pending in Harris County, Texas.

Attorney's fees and expenses totaled $546,645.65.

$1 Million Obtained for Hurt Inland Barge Worker

Attorneys Jason Itkin, Cory Itkin, and Noah Wexler negotiated a $1 million
settlement on behalf of a man working on an inland barge. Our client fell
and suffered serious injuries to his back and knee; those injuries eventually
required surgery for treatment. The defendants argued that the injuries
were pre-existing and that our client was to blame for not paying attention
to his surroundings. They were even able to successfully obtain a summary
judgment. Still, our attorneys were able to reach a fair settlement that
will help ensure our client’s well-being. The case was pending in
Harris County, Texas.

Attorney's fees and expenses totaled $571,450.17.

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